How To Fix SPRX273 - &1 &2 exists in TADIR only, but not in &3 or SPROXHDR

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: SPRX - Proxy Generation

• Message number: 273

• Message text: &1 &2 exists in TADIR only, but not in &3 or SPROXHDR

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message SPRX273 - &1 &2 exists in TADIR only, but not in &3 or SPROXHDR ?

  The SAP error message SPRX273 indicates that there is a discrepancy in the system regarding the existence of an object in the TADIR table (which stores information about development objects) but not in the associated tables, specifically &3 (which typically refers to the object type) or SPROXHDR (which is related to the object header).
  Cause:
  This error usually occurs due to one of the following reasons:
  
  Inconsistent Data: The object exists in the TADIR table but has not been properly created or registered in the corresponding object type table or the SPROXHDR table.
  Transport Issues: If the object was transported from one system to another, it might not have been fully transported, leading to inconsistencies.
  Manual Deletion: The object might have been manually deleted from the relevant tables without being removed from TADIR.
  Development Errors: There may have been errors during the development process that led to incomplete object creation.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this issue, you can follow these steps:
  
  
  Check Object Existence: Verify if the object exists in the TADIR table using a transaction like SE11 or SE16. Check the entries for the specific object type and name.
  
  
  Recreate the Object: If the object is missing from the relevant tables, you may need to recreate it. This can often be done through the development environment or by using the appropriate transaction code.
  
  
  Transport the Object: If the object was supposed to be transported, ensure that the transport request is complete and that the object is included in the transport.
  
  
  Delete Inconsistent Entries: If you determine that the object should not exist in TADIR, you can delete the inconsistent entry. However, be cautious with this step, as it may affect other parts of the system.
  
  
  Check for Dependencies: Ensure that there are no dependencies or references to the object that might be causing issues.
  
  
  Consult SAP Notes: Check the SAP Support Portal for any relevant notes or updates regarding this error message. There may be specific patches or updates that address this issue.
  
  
  Contact SAP Support: If the issue persists and you cannot resolve it, consider reaching out to SAP Support for further assistance.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  TADIR Table: Contains information about development objects in the SAP system.
  SPROXHDR Table: Contains headers for objects related to the SAP Business Object Repository.
  Transaction Codes: SE11 (Data Dictionary), SE16 (Data Browser), SE80 (Object Navigator) can be useful for investigating the issue.
  Transport Management System (TMS): Understanding how transports work in SAP can help in diagnosing transport-related issues.
  
  Always ensure you have proper backups and understand the implications of any changes you make in the SAP system.